Risk Manager & Compliance Analyst at CoinFlip

Milan, Lombardy, Italy -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Risk Management, Compliance Analysis, AML/Financial Crime, Blockchain Analytics, KYC/CDD/EDD, Transaction Monitoring, Sanctions Screening, Enterprise Risk Management, Regulatory Reporting, Internal Controls, Blockchain Tracing, Case Management, Analytical Skills, Written Communication, Microsoft Excel, Italian Language

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Description CoinFlip is a global digital currency platform company focused on providing consumers with simple and secure access to buy and sell cryptocurrency. The company operates the world's largest network of cryptocurrency kiosks by transaction volume, with more than 5,500 kiosks across 49 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Italy, Panama, Brazil, Mexico, and Spain. CoinFlip’s digital currency kiosks make buying and selling major cryptocurrencies accessible for consumers who wish to purchase digital currency using cash. CoinFlip also operates CoinFlip Preferred, a personalized over-the-counter service that provides investors with custom, white-glove support for their cryptocurrency transactions. In 2022, CoinFlip launched CoinFlip Ventures, an investment group offering coaching, funding, and networking support to early-stage crypto and web3 projects. We also offer the CoinFlip Crypto Wallet, a self-custodial cryptocurrency wallet available for iOS and Android devices. CoinFlip was founded in 2015 by Daniel Polotsky, Kris Dayrit, Alan Gurevich, and Ben Weiss. Headquartered in Chicago, CoinFlip placed in the top 500 on the 2021, 2022, and 2023 Inc. 5000 list, and on the 2022 and 2023 Deloitte Technology Fast 500, was named the 2021 and 2022 #1 fastest-growing company in Chicago by Crain's, ranked in Chicago Tribune’s Top Workplaces in 2021 and 2022, and was awarded the 2021 and 2022 Stevie ® Awards for Customer Service. To learn more about CoinFlip and how to get started on your digital currency journey, visit www.CoinFlip.tech. Join our mission to promote trust, transparency and responsible innovation in the digital asset ecosystem. As a Risk Manager & Compliance Analyst, you will contribute to CoinFlip’s second-line control framework, supporting both risk management and compliance functions across the organization. On the risk management side, you will assist in identifying, assessing, monitoring and reporting risks arising from CoinFlip’s activities in Europe, including operational, technological, cybersecurity, fraud, AML/financial crime, privacy, regulatory, market and reputational risks. On the compliance side, you will support the implementation of regulatory requirements and internal policies, applying compliance controls and procedures to customer onboarding, transaction monitoring, investigations, sanctions screening and other business activities. The role combines a broad enterprise risk perspective with hands-on compliance analysis in a regulated crypto-asset environment. We are looking for a professional with strong analytical skills, sound judgement, blockchain expertise and a risk-oriented mindset. Responsibilities: Risk Management Support the identification, assessment, monitoring and reporting of risks across the organization. Assist in maintaining and updating the firm’s risk register and risk assessment framework. Contribute to periodic risk assessments covering operational, technological, cybersecurity, fraud, AML/financial crime, sanctions, privacy, regulatory, market and reputational risks. Monitor key risk indicators (KRIs) and support risk reporting to senior management and other control functions. Participate in the assessment of new products, services, technologies and business initiatives from a risk perspective. Assist in the design, implementation and testing of risk mitigation measures and internal controls. Support control activities and contribute to the continuous improvement of the firm’s risk management framework. Assist in preparing risk reports, presentations and documentation for internal governance purposes. Compliance Analysis Apply compliance policies, procedures and internal guidelines to specific customer, transaction and business scenarios. Perform customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD) and periodic review activities. Review transaction monitoring alerts and assess escalations in accordance with internal procedures. Analyze customer profiles, transactional activity and supporting documentation to identify potential compliance concerns. Conduct sanctions, PEP and adverse media screening using specialized screening tools. Conduct blockchain tracing, on-chain investigations and risk assessments using tools such as Chainalysis, Elliptic, TRM Labs or similar platforms. Analyze on-chain activity and identify exposure to sanctioned entities, mixers, darknet marketplaces, fraud schemes and other high-risk counterparties. Support Travel Rule compliance processes relating to crypto-asset transfers. Assist with fraud investigations and internal reviews. Prepare internal compliance reports, case summaries and supporting documentation. Requirements and Qualifications: Italian residency 2–4 years of experience in compliance, AML, risk management, transaction monitoring, internal controls or crypto compliance. Experience performing risk assessments and applying risk-based methodologies. Understanding of enterprise risk management principles and internal control frameworks. Hands-on experience using blockchain analytics tools (eg, Chainalysis, Elliptic, TRM Labs or similar platforms). Experience conducting KYC/CDD and EDD reviews. Familiarity with sanctions, PEP and adverse media screening processes. Understanding of financial crime escalation procedures and case management. Strong analytical, organizational and written communication skills. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and evolving environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Adobe Acrobat. Language Requirements: Italian and English (written and spoken) is mandatory. Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience at a Crypto-Asset Service Provider (CASP) or a VASP, fintech company, crypto exchange or regulated financial institution. Exposure to regulatory reporting frameworks and compliance obligations applicable to financial institutions and crypto-asset service providers. Ability to analyse large datasets and identify risk indicators, control weaknesses and financial crime patterns. Knowledge of AML/CTF, MiCA and financial services regulatory requirements within the European Union. Familiarity with governance, risk and compliance (GRC) processes. Nice to Have: Strong interest in digital assets, blockchain technology and financial innovation. Knowledge of blockchain investigations and on-chain analytics. Understanding of operational risk, compliance risk and regulatory risk management practices. Passion for fintech, compliance and emerging technologies. Working at CoinFlip means collaborating with experienced and innovative leaders who share a clear vision and a track record of success. We offer a collaborative and positive working environment where we encourage employees to balance productivity with time to recharge. Compensation is above and beyond a typical startup environment, with competitive salaries, performance-based incentives and comprehensive benefits for full-time employees. CoinFlip values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment. We thank all candidates who apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. By applying to this role, you give express consent to CoinFlip to send you informational text (SMS) messages regarding this role and the application process. You may opt out at any time by replying “STOP” to any message received.

Responsibilities

The role involves identifying and monitoring operational, technological, and regulatory risks within the European market. It also requires performing compliance analysis, including customer due diligence and blockchain-based transaction investigations.